Registered Nurse (PDH) #2026-228

October 1, 2026

NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE

PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-228

REGISTERED NURSE

(TEMPORARY FULL TIME)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

One (1) temporary full time Registered Nurse opportunity is available at the Palmerston & District Hospital, site of North Wellington Health Care.

This position will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care as established by the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario and according to policies and procedures as set out by NWHC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Ontario RN Certificate of Competence

BScN is an asset

Membership in RNAO and CNA is an asset

Current BCLS

ACLS - current

Maternal Child Course or relevant clinical experience for exemption

NRP

Cardiac monitoring skills (ECG application & interpretation, cardiac arrhythmia interpretation)

Competent to start IV

Competent in phlebotomy

Certified for defibrillation

TNCC recommended

ENPC/PALS recommended

CTAS

Must be prepared to work in all areas of the Hospital, including the Emergency Department

Demonstrated excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Proven organizational and critical-thinking skills

Ability to function as an effective interdisciplinary team member

Ability to assume a leadership/charge role

Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and willingness to actively participate in departmental educational activities

Satisfactory performance and attendance required

Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date

Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

HOURS OF WORK:

As per Department Schedule

Must be available to work all shifts

SALARY: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour

UNION: Ontario Nurses’ Association

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00pm on October 9, 2026

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.